Here are some concepts I keep on a sheet in front of my trial notebook during a trial:

• BE BRIEF & GET TO THE POINT
• TALK TO THE JURY – ONE BY ONE
• stick to the main point – don’t stray
• Be Calm – Stay calm & confident
• Be Poised – stop, listen & think – act
• Be Slow – Pace & timing: [speak slowly]
• Be Clear – Short & clear [Use analogies]
• Be Nice – Always professionally
• WORDS TO REMEMBER:

WAIT
SMILE
LISTEN
FOCUS
ACCEPT
RELAX

Remember: "WHENEVER THERE ARE SEVERAL POSSIBLE EXPLANATIONS, THE SIMPLEST IS USUALLY THE RIGHT ONE" [Occam’s Razor] (Zebra’s vs horses)

Q.Agree that when there is a risk of serious injury or death, there is a duty to take reasonable steps to avoid
the risk and prevent injury?

"Keep calm & do not be afraid – do not lose heart" (Isaiah 7:4)